On Sunday or Monday night, I cook up a big batch of wheat berries and then incorporate them into lunch, dinner and snacks throughout the week. They’re chewy, high in fiber and taste great tossed with roasted vegetables, sprinkled on top of Greek yogurt with a drizzle of honey or even on their own.
Last Friday, I made a fantastic lunch that centered around wheat berries.
If you’re a big fan of traditional Waldorf salad made with chicken, I think this lunch may be right up your alley. It’s a vegetarian dish that is super filling thanks to the high-fiber wheat berries and protein-packed Greek yogurt.
Since I first made the salad on last Friday, I made it again, but slightly sweeter, so below you will find two variations of the salad.
Wheat Berry Waldorf Salad (Savory)
Ingredients:
- 1 cup cooked wheat berries
- 1/2 green apple, chopped
- 1/2 cup grapes, sliced in half
- 1 celery stalk, chopped
- 1/3 cup pecans, chopped
- 1/4 cup dried cranberries
- 1 6-ounce container 2 percent Greek yogurt
- 1/2 tablespoon lemon juice
- 1/2 tablespoon lime juice
- Salt, to taste
- Pepper, to taste
Directions:
- Combine wheat berries through cranberries in a large bowl
- Combine Greek yogurt, salt, pepper, lemon and lime juice in a small bowl
- Pour Greek yogurt “dressing” on top of the wheat berry mixture and stir well until everything is coated
- Enjoy!
Wheat Berry Waldorf Salad (Sweet) <—My favorite!
Ingredients:
- 1 cup cooked wheat berries
- 1/2 green apple, chopped
- 1/2 cup grapes, sliced in half
- 1/3 cup pecans, chopped
- 1/4 cup dried cranberries
- 2 tablespoons golden raisins
- 1 6-ounce container 2 percent Greek yogurt
- Honey, to taste (Recommended: 1/2 teaspoon)
- 2 tablespoons fresh mint leaves, chopped
Directions:
- Combine wheat berries through cranberries in a large bowl
- Stir honey into Greek yogurt
- Pour Greek yogurt on top of wheat berries mixture and stir well until everything is coated
- Enjoy!
I hope you enjoy this recipe but, if you’re like Ryan and the thought Waldorf salad repulses you, here is another wheat berry recipe that may be more your style:
Have a great Friday, my friends!
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Interesting! I’ve never had them before! Ill have to give them a try!!
Oh I definitely have to pick those up this weekend! Seems like they would even make a good snack
Yum that looks so delicious!! I can’t eat wheat but it seems like it would work well with barley too 🙂
This sounds so good! I love waldorf salad made with greek yogurt and like that this is a vegetarian option. This would be a great option to take to lunch at work.
I’ve never tried wheatberries, but the sweet salad definitely sounds like something I would love!
Mmmm! I never would have thought about the addition of mint. Great idea!
Hope you have a good day, Julie! It’s Friday!
Wheat berries are wonderful! I absolutely love their texture.
I’ve actually never tried wheat berries before, but this looks like an awesome salad try out. I need to get some at the store this weekend! Sounds delish!
I’ve never had wheat berries before! Interesting combo with the salad!
i like your version of waldorf salad better than the traditional– the first time i realized apples, grapes, and mayo went together in one salad, i was definitely grossed out! haha
Yum! I love waldorf salads but so much prefer greek yogurt rather than mayo.
All sound sooo good! I don’t think I’ve ever had wheat berries, but they look like pine nuts, so I’d give them a go 😀
I’ve never tried wheat berries before, but I’m sure I’d love them since I’m a huge fan of chewy, hearty grains. Both of the salad variations look so delicious! If I can’t get my hands on some wheat berries soon, I might try the recipes with brown rice!
Looks really good! Need to go buy some wheat berries!
Those look so tasty! I keep forgetting how easy it is to make a Waldorf salad! Gah it would be perfect to take to lunch for work and leave in the fridge. Where have I been??
Yumm! I haven’t had a Waldorf salad in a long time! Looks so good!
Ohh I LOVE Waldorf salad, but I like the sweet version! I’ve never experimented much with wheat berries. I’ll have to give them a try one of these days!
YES!!! Thank you for posting the recipe, I’ve been waiting for it since your picture on Instagram! I will be making it this weekend 🙂
This sounds delicious!
I have never made wheat berry but this salad makes me want to try it! I also love Waldorf salad, so I think this would be perfect for me 🙂
Looks yummy! Need to try wheat berries!!!
Mhmm that sounds fantastic! I’ve actually never trie wheat berries before. Where do you usually get them from :)?
I love waldorf chicken salad! It’s so yummy–so this version looks fab! Mmmm.
I’ve never made anything with wheat berries! Do you just boil them?
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I learn so much by reading a million blogs. I had never even heard of wheat berries.
I was just thinking that I need to make up a batch of wheatberries to use up the ones I have hanging out in my freezer – thanks for the recipe inspiration!!
Are both of those recipes for one serving, Julie?
While it doesn’t totally repulse me, I side with Ryan on this one. It’s never been a favorite of mine. My father however, LOVES it. I’ll share this with him 🙂
That looks delish! I would never think to make something like that, but I can see how I would definitely enjoy it!
this does look fantastic! i love waldorf salads!
The Waldorf salad my family traditionally makes is full of mayonnaise, curry, and apples. This one looks delicious and so much healthier! Definitely going to try a spin on the “sweet” version 🙂
Yum! I really like Waldorf salad and I love the idea of adding wheatberries. This is bookmarked! It would be the perfect portable lunch for me at school. I bet I like the sweet version as well.
I love the savory version of this salad! I think it would be yummy with some diced celery too!
For some reason Waldorf salad reminds me of visions of old money New York City… possibly because it shares the name of a certain Gossip Girl? 😉 Happy weekend!
I have to admit, I’ve never tried wheatberries before…I will def have to try this out, looks delish!
I’ve actually never had wheatberries before, but have always been interested. I loooove waldorf salads so it’d be a great first wheatberries dish! 🙂
I’ve never had wheatberries before, but I’m always up to try something new! It takes a lot for me to stay full and these look very hearty
Oh yum. The sweet version of this looks like it’s right up my alley! I’ve been looking for new salad combinations to experiment with, and since I recently discovered Greek yogurt (I know, shocking) I’m definitely going to try this one!
My favorite thing about wheat berries is their texture! I love that chewiness!
This looks amazing! I’ve been trying to create more work-friendly lunches now that I have a big girl job and this is perfect. Thanks for sharing!
This looks amazing!! Such a creative salad idea!
Very interesting!!
I live in a rural area, where can I find wheat berries??
Right after I read your post I went to lunch at our cafetreria. Guess what they had at the salad bar? Wheat berries! I threw some in and they were good. I am all about consistency and I really liked the texture. I could see this as a hot beakfast item with dried fruits and milk. Probably make a good salad with goat/feta cheese and veggies. Have to experiment.
Fresh cherries would be awesome in that mix up!
This is perfect. I ‘ve been looking for some quick and easy veggie meals for school! Thanks Julie. 🙂
I love Waldorf salad!! I love cooking up a huge quantity of grains on Sunday or Monday and use them for soups, salads, and as side dishes during the week!
That looks so good! I’m always looking for more ideas for high fiber meals. I’ve never tried wheat berries before, but I might have to!
Julie, could you please share how YOU cook these wheat berries from start to finish including exact quantities? Much appreciated; thank you.